The New York Jets signed third round draft selection DT Kenrick Ellis to a 4 year contract on July 30, 2011.
Ellis received a signing bonus of $450,000. Base salaries are $375,000(2011), $465,000(2012), $555,000(2013), and $645,000(2014). Ellis will be
eligible to earn the Proven Performance Escaltor in 2014, based on playing time during the prior three years. If earned, Ellis' 2014 salary will increase to $1,200,000.